Aquascaping a floating rock structure with E-Marco 400

[Eight]

I've built a lot of aquascapes over the last 20 years of reefing and nothing has made things easier for me than E-Marco 400 cement. I posted a step by step photo sequence in my build thread so others can see how I created the structure in phases, starting with a foundation and building out. I used more than half the bag of cement for the aquascape in my Reefer 250. Here's a link to the sequence:

Build Thread - Jason's Reefer 250: Fish added! Sump Mod, Clarisea, custom plumbing, aquascape w/E-Marco, IKEA cabinet mod. (Pic heavy!)

So not being a sports fan, I took advantage of Superbowl weekend to put a lot of work into the tank. Plumbing is pretty much done save for a few final tweaks. I was lucky and have only very minor drips which should be easily remedied. I'm pretty thrilled with the plumbing. It's dead quiet...

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[Ron Reefman]

I like it. I'm a big advocate for keeping rock off the sand and allowing for better flow. What you have created should look very cool then the tank is mature.

 

[Eight]

Thanks Ron! I'm excited to get this tank going. My last tank was bare bottom so I definitely appreciate getting rock off the tank floor.

Here's a top down photo which shows some of the growing space available.

Definitely looking forward to seeing this tank mature over the years.

 

[Ron Reefman]

You should do a build thread. I be a follower.

 

[Eight]

You should do a build thread. I be a follower.

Thanks Ron! I have a really extensive one with tons more photos already! I really focus on how to and step by step instructions.

Build Thread - Jason's Reefer 250: Fish added! Sump Mod, Clarisea, custom plumbing, aquascape w/E-Marco, IKEA cabinet mod. (Pic heavy!)

Shortcuts to helpful posts in my build thread: 1. Mod the Reefer 250 v3 sump for a Clarisea (Post 6) 2. Cleaning off old live rock with vinegar and citric acid (Post 12) 3. Photos of Kessil A360s LED lights (Post 13) 4. How to adjust the Reefer 250 door hinges and door catch (Post 21) 5. Photos...

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